For most new Broker Owners, the idea of shelling out more than the price of a brand new Mercedes Benz S Class on lead gen every single month is pretty hard to swallow.

Building a Brokerage

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April 1, 2022

3 Foolproof Team Models for 2022: Hiring, Splits, Lead Gen + More

If you're building a real estate team this year, let us help you determine which real estate team structure is right for you.

January 25, 2022

The Average Real Estate Broker Salary for Every State

According to Salary.com and Indeed.com, the average real estate broker salary in the United States is $68,256.

January 24, 2022

How to Build a Brokerage Brand That Attracts Customers & Agents

Eight years ago, my partners and I wanted to create a brand that communicated that our brokerage was boutique, current, and fun.

January 6, 2022

14 Expert Tips to Choose a Great Real Estate Domain Name (+ Name Generator)

When it comes to choosing great real estate domain names, our friend Bruce Ailion is hard to beat.

Recruiting Agents

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April 1, 2022

3 Foolproof Team Models for 2022: Hiring, Splits, Lead Gen + More

If you're building a real estate team this year, let us help you determine which real estate team structure is right for you.

March 23, 2022

The Ultimate Guide to Recruiting Agents for Your Team or Brokerage (+ Scripts)

In 2003, I left RE/MAX to start a boutique real estate brokerage.

December 5, 2021

Sean’s 10 Best Real Estate Recruiting Strategies for Teams & Brokerages (+ Scripts)

For more than 20 years, I have built and operated multi-million dollar brokerages.

April 1, 2021

How to Attract the Agents Who Will Help Your Brokerage Grow in 2022

One of the biggest mistakes new broker owners make is trying to be all things to all agents.

Featured Listings

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May 10, 2021

What Is a Pocket Listing? (& Are They Legal?)

A pocket listing is a real estate industry term for a property that a broker has been given the exclusive right to sell by virtue of a signed listing agreement.

April 29, 2021

15 of the Weirdest & Most Wonderful Real Estate Listings of All Time

Since so many people seemed to love our bad listing photos article, we decided to take a break from writing more actionable real estate content to bring you this list of weird houses.

March 25, 2021

33 Cringe-worthy Bad Real Estate Photos Agents Actually Posted

One of the first things new agents and buyers realize is that awful real estate pictures are everywhere.

February 14, 2020

Listings of the Week: 3 Serene Moroccan-Style Mansions in SoCal

In 1967 The Rolling Stones were arguably the biggest band in the world, with Mick and Marrianne the de-facto king and queen of swinging London.

Investing

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March 15, 2022

Warning: Housing Bubbles Tend to Burst. Here’s How Agents Can Prepare

Market conditions seem eerily reminiscent of 2007, but are we in a housing bubble, will it burst, and if so—when?

January 25, 2022

9 Skills Agents Need to Work With Investors & Close 50-100 Deals a Year

Want to work with all-cash buyers who scoop up multiple properties per year?

October 18, 2021

How to Use the BRRRR Method to Build Passive Income in Real Estate (Quickly)

If you’re just getting started as an investor or you’re an agent who wants to maximize profits for buyers, you’ll need a solid investment strategy.

August 29, 2021

Fix & Flip 101: 10 Steps to Flipping Houses (the Right Way)

Thinking about doing your first fix and flip and feeling a little nervous?

Fix & Flip

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August 29, 2021

Fix & Flip 101: 10 Steps to Flipping Houses (the Right Way)

Thinking about doing your first fix and flip and feeling a little nervous?

August 23, 2021

How to Evaluate Fix & Flip Houses Like a Pro (+ Risk Worksheet)

In my 27-year real estate career, I have completed countless fix-and-flip projects and helped hundreds of investors find, evaluate, and sell properties for big profits.

August 5, 2021

Fix & Flip Risk Assessment: How to Make the Right Offer (+ Worksheet)

The number one rule for making money at fixing and flipping homes is to not overpay in the first place—which is not as easy as it sounds.

Licensing & Education

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April 28, 2022

6 Best Real Estate Schools in California for 2022

If you’re searching for the best real estate schools in California, we've evaluated the most highly ranked ones with feature-rich, comprehensive, and convenient packages to suit every type of learning style.

April 28, 2022

5 Best Utah Real Estate Schools for 2022

Review the top Utah real estate schools and set yourself up for success as you kickstart a new career as a Utah real estate agent.

April 27, 2022

4 Best Real Estate Schools in Pennsylvania for 2022

If you’re looking for the best real estate schools in Pennsylvania, look no further.

April 27, 2022

4 Best Alabama Real Estate Schools for 2022

Looking for the best Alabama real estate schools to help you launch a new career in real estate?

Broker Exam

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April 13, 2022

How to Get Your Michigan Real Estate Broker License

You can earn your Michigan real estate broker license in three simple steps, in about three months, and for less than $1,000.

January 8, 2022

How to Get a Georgia Real Estate Broker License

Becoming a real estate broker in Georgia offers an exciting challenge, and it may even make it easier for you to land big clients.

January 7, 2022

How to Get a California Real Estate Broker License

If you’ve worked in real estate for a while, you know there are financial advantages to earning a California real estate broker license.

January 5, 2022

How to Get an Illinois Real Estate Broker License & Become a Managing Broker

We’ll walk you through the process of becoming a managing broker in Illinois.

Continuing Ed

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February 25, 2022

The 28 Best Real Estate Books to Transform Your Career

These 28 real estate books will help you gain valuable insights, expand your knowledge, and transform your mindset and career in 2022.

February 25, 2022

Sell It Like Serhant Course: How to Build Your Personal Brand (In-depth Review)

We reviewed the Sell It Like Serhant: How to Build Your Personal Brand course to help you decide if it's worth the investment of your time and money.

October 27, 2021

The 5 Best Real Estate Continuing Education Providers for 2022

Real Estate Continuing Education: whether you like it or hate it, we’ve all got to do it.

June 9, 2021

How to Become a Home Inspector: A State-by-State Guide

Home inspectors play a critical role in the real estate industry.

Designations

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October 26, 2020

Is the CRS Designation Worth It? + CRS Member of the Year Interview

If you have been interested in earning your certified residential specialist (CRS) designation, now may be the best time to do it.

October 9, 2020

The SRES Designation: Is It Worth It for Residential Agents in 2022?

Let me start out by saying that after 25 years in real estate, I still love niche marketing.

Exam Prep

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March 7, 2022

Free Real Estate Practice Exam + 7 Hacks to Help You Ace Your Real Estate Exam

Take our free real estate practice exam & apply our 7 hacks to ace your state's real estate licensing exam in 2022.

Prelicensing

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April 28, 2022

6 Best Real Estate Schools in California for 2022

April 28, 2022

5 Best Utah Real Estate Schools for 2022

Review the top Utah real estate schools and set yourself up for success as you kickstart a new career as a Utah real estate agent.

April 27, 2022

4 Best Alabama Real Estate Schools for 2022

Looking for the best Alabama real estate schools to help you launch a new career in real estate?

April 27, 2022

How to Get an Oregon Real Estate License

Here are the steps you'll need to follow to earn your Oregon real estate license, which is called a broker's license.

Realtor Safety

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September 1, 2021

Realtor Safety Month Resources for Agents, Teams & Brokerages

Whether you’re a new agent or you’ve been in the business for decades, it’s easy to get complacent.

August 24, 2021

Understanding NAR’s Safety Stats Can Help You Protect Yourself

More than a decade ago, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) launched the REALTOR® Safety Program to educate industry professionals about their potential risks on the job.

June 16, 2021

5 Realtor Safety Lessons We Learned From the Pandemic

Last year, agents in the real estate community initially scrambled to stay in business and later, to stay productive without having any contact with their clients in an otherwise people-oriented business.

May 27, 2021

10 Safety Best Practices to Protect Your Brokerage in 2022

A culture of safety starts at the top.